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US Intelligence Chief Compares Shooting to 9/11 Attack

9/15/2025

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Tulsi Gabbard, US director of national intelligence, likened Charlie Kirk's shooting to the 9/11 attacks during a vigil on September 14.
Kirk was shot on September 10 while hosting a debate at Utah Valley University.
Tyler Robinson was arrested as a suspect, but his motives are unclear.
Gabbard condemned violent ideologies and criticized vigil protesters for their anger.
White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt and House Speaker Mike Johnson praised Kirk's contributions to right-wing causes.

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Tulsi Gabbard, US director of national intelligence, likened Charlie Kirk's shooting to the 9/11 attacks during a vigil on September 14.
Kirk was shot on September 10 while hosting a debate at Utah Valley University.
Tyler Robinson was arrested as a suspect, but his motives are unclear.
Gabbard condemned violent ideologies and criticized vigil protesters for their anger.
White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt and House Speaker Mike Johnson praised Kirk's contributions to right-wing causes.